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MANAGER-AQUATIC PROGRAMS
RICHARD J. DALEY COLLEGE
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE
Reporting to an assigned administrator, the Manager-Aquatic Programs is responsible for managing the operations
of the Colleges aquatic / pool facility and associated programming
offered to students and the community. The position ensures a safe,
well-maintained, and properly staffed swimming pool and aquatic
program environment that supports the instructional and wellness
goals of City Colleges of Chicago. Performs related duties as
assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Oversees the daily operations of the Aquatic Center and ensures
the safety of swimming pool patrons by developing and implementing
operating procedures and ensuring staff are properly trained in
current safety, emergency response, and security protocols.
Conducts regular safety and maintenance inspections of pool,
equipment and facility in partnership with Engineering to identify
hazards and maintain a safe environment for patrons.
Works with supervisor and college staff to plan, organize, and
implement aquatic programs, including swimming lessons, as part of
the Colleges Continuing Education offerings for students and the
community.
Supervises Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and other Aquatic
Center staff responsible for patron safety, swimming instruction,
and aquatic programming.
Approves time and attendance records, prepares staff work
schedules, and organizes staff training and in-service
activities.
Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring,
training, and performance management of Aquatic Center staff.
Ensures Lifeguards and Water Safety Instructors maintain
required certifications, including Lifeguarding, Water Safety
Instruction, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, First Aid, and
Bloodborne Pathogens, and maintains certification records.
Oversees and monitors the work of maintenance staff responsible
for pool testing, water quality monitoring, and regulatory
certification activities.
Oversees the maintenance of operational, activity, and incident
records to ensure compliance with public health regulations, pool
certification requirements, and safety protocols. Prepares and
provides reports and operational data to management as required and
collaborates with the Director of Risk Management to support
compliance with safety protocols.
Completes and reviews incident, accident, and rescue
reports.
Maintains inventory and conducts inspections of first aid,
lifesaving, and aquatic safety equipment.
Assists supervisor and college administrators in preparing the
annual operating budget for the Aquatics Center and oversees and
monitors budget expenditures.
Adheres to CCC customer service excellence standards.
Performs related duties as assigned.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To Assigned Administrator
Direct Supervision Lifeguards, Swim Instructors
QUALIFICATIONS
An Associates degree from an accredited college or university,
preferably in Physical Education, Recreation, Sports
Administration, or a related field.
Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in
aquatics, recreation management, aquatic facility operations, or a
related field required.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be
considered at the discretion of management
Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification required,
including First Aid, Water Safety Instruction, CPR/AED for the
Professional Rescuer, and Bloodborne Pathogens.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification preferred .
Supervisory work experience in an aquatic program is highly
desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge of lifeguard safety practices, water
safety instruction, and emergency response procedures.
Knowledge of swimming pool mechanical systems, water chemistry,
and aquatic facility operations.
Knowledge of applicable public health regulations, risk
management principles, and industry standards governing the care,
maintenance, and operation of public swimming pools.
Strong organizational, communication, and customer service
skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate aquatic or recreational
programming.
Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse
environment.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Salary range: $49,561 - $55,000
Salary Range: Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's
education, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as other
factors such as internal equity.
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within
6 months of hire.
Approved by Compensation Design & StrategyDate:July 22, 2026
The intent of this job description is to provide a general
description of the duties and responsibilities of this
position.It is not intended to be an exhaustive set of the
duties and responsibilities, nor all of the necessary
qualifications to perform the work.
Original title created July 2022. Updated duties and
qualifications July 2026.
The City Colleges of Chicago is the public community college system of the Chicago area. Its colleges offer associate degrees, certificates, free courses for the GED, and free English as a second language courses. The City Colleges system has its administrative offices in the Chicago Loop. City Colleges gives students access to a quality education and ensures their success by providing them with the support to complete their program and move on to further education or a career. Since 1911, City Colleges of Chicago has been connecting students from across Chicago’s neighborhoods to economic opportunity. By offering a quality education at an unprecedented value, City Colleges provides our students and alumni with a pathway to upward mobility. In fact, our vision is to be recognized as the city’s most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity—empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city. City Colleges graduates can be found working across Chicago—from the city’s biggest hospitals to its boardrooms, from its high-tech manufacturing plants to its classrooms. They can be found serving the community as government officials, law enforcement officers, and teachers, and they are found launching their own businesses and taking leadership roles in the city’s fastest-growing sectors. More than sixty thousand Chicagoans are enrolled in City Colleges’ educational programs. Our offerings range from tuition-free English as a second language (ESL) and high school diploma (GED/HiSET) preparation classes to certificate and associate degree programs that prepare students to secure employment in high-demand careers and transfer to four-year colleges. In fact, about half of City Colleges graduates transfer after completion, with many heading to nationally-recognized colleges and universities. Hailing from every neighborhood, City Colleges students are as diverse as the city itself. As Illinois’ largest community college system, City Colleges is comprised of seven independently-accredited colleges: Harold Washington College, Harry S Truman College, Kennedy-King College, Malcolm X College, Olive-Harvey College, Richard J. Daley College, and Wilbur Wright College, and five satellite sites: Arturo Velasquez Institute, Dawson Technical Institute, South Chicago Learning Center, West Side Learning Center, and Wright College Humboldt Park. The City Colleges system also includes the award-winning Washburne Culinary & Hospitality Institute, Sikia Restaurant, Child Development Centers, and radio station WKKC–FM 89.3.
